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Published on: September 11, 2021
[Transhiatal esophagectomiy using partial sternotomy].
Alexandre Cruz Henriques1, Altair da Silva Costa, Adilson Casemiro Pires
1Faculdade de Medicina do ABC, Brazil. achenriques@uol.com.br
Revista Do Colegio Brasileiro De Cirurgioes
|November 24, 2012
Summary
Transhiatal esophagectomy can be blind and lead to complications. Combining it with partial sternotomy allows esophageal isolation under direct vision, improving safety.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Oncology
- Thoracic Surgery
Context:
- Transhiatal esophagectomy is a minimally invasive approach for esophageal cancer.
- This technique traditionally involves blind dissection, increasing complication risks like pleural injury and bleeding.
Purpose:
- To present a modified transhiatal esophagectomy technique.
- To improve surgical visualization and reduce complications associated with blind dissection.
Summary:
- The modified technique involves median diaphragm transection and partial sternotomy.
- This approach allows complete isolation of the esophagus under direct vision.
- It aims to mitigate the disadvantages of traditional transhiatal esophagectomy.
Impact:
- Potential for reduced operative complications in esophagectomy.
- Enhances safety and precision in esophageal surgery.
- Offers a valuable alternative for thoracic surgeons performing esophagectomies.
